What is the cheapest way to get from Retford to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Sunderland is to train and bus which costs £17 - £55 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Retford to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Retford to Sunderland is to train and subway which takes 2h 6m and costs £23 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Sunderland via York and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Retford to Sunderland?

The distance between Retford and Sunderland is 142 miles. The road distance is 125.5 miles.

How do I travel from Retford to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Retford to Sunderland without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 6m and costs £23 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Retford to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Retford to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Sunderland bus from?

Retford to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Sunderland train from?

Retford to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Where does the Retford to Sunderland bus arrive?

Retford to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Retford to Sunderland train arrive?

Retford to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Retford to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Sunderland is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Retford to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Retford to Sunderland?

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Retford to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 99 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Retford to Sunderland by train, subway, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Retford to York
2. Take the train from York to Newcastle
3. Take the subway from Central Station to SunderlandGrn
2h 6m
£23–79
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Retford to LeedsLincoln Central - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUk073 / ...
4h 9m
£18–51
Line 99 bus, train, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B129 / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Durham
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Sunderland Interchange20 / ...
3h 38m
£33–56
Drive 124.7 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Sunderland124.7 mi
2h 7m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Sunderland Interchange436
4h 55m
£38–58

Retford to Sunderland by train and subway

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2h 6mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Retford, England and Sunderland, England?

National Express operates a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Sunderland Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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